Example Sentences

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Or can Messi's great rival, the 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, defy father time by inspiring a talented Portugal team to its maiden World Cup win?

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

And even then, I’d argue that conflict is more puzzling than inspiring.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Many investors blamed Friday’s strong May jobs data for inspiring the carnage in markets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

The charity hoped creating the enclosures would "help secure a sustainable future population while inspiring greater awareness and protection" for the cats, he said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I guess I can see how I could be pretty inspiring.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan